Our dedicated team are always available to help you decide which boat and whale watching package are best suited to you. The whale watching season in sydney is between may and november each year but some times are better than others to increase your chances of seeing whales. You can even download the smartphone app thatll help you find the. Sydney whale watching offers 100% whale sighting rates, and guarantees a free return cruise if you dont see a whale. Choose from a whale watching cruise, sydney new years eve or boxing day cruise. Whale watching season off the popular gold coast region begins around the end of may until october. Sydney skip latest whale sightings view latest whale. Long reef on sydneys northern beaches has a viewing platform, and nearby is a swimming beach, barbeques and toilets.
Best time for whale watching in australia about australia. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before. Whales stop to feed in the calm, nutrientrich waters of twofold bay and its one of the best places to see killer whales. The whale watching sydney season 2018 and the humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. Currently, a 20% discount is offered for online bookings. About whales your sydney whale watching guide captain cook. Until the next whale season check back soon for more whale news whale watching check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Southern rights have been seen in sydney harbour, pittwater and botany bay and, in july 2012, a southern right whale was spotted with a newborn calf just off middle head. From whalewatching cruises to clifftop lookouts in scenic national parks, there are many ways to enjoy whale watching season on the beautiful nsw south coast.
All cruises depart on time, therefore we require you to arrive 20 minutes before departure, with your booking. Mar 03, 20 40 ton humpback whale leaps entirely out of the water. We miss some at the start of the season and some at the end but theres a 99 percent success rate in the middle of the season, says richard ford, the owner of whale watching sydney, who brought the tours to sydney a decade ago. Best time for whale watching in sydney vi travel tips. Whale watching season starts in nsw abc news australian. Humpback whales are the most likely whales you will spot during the sydney whale watching season in 2018, however you may be among the lucky to spot orcas and.
Pricing is subject to availability and as per our terms and conditions, our pricing can fluctuate at our. Humpback whales migrate from the cold antarctic waters up to the warm. Whale watching in sydney is one of most interesting attractions during winter season. Aug 31, 2017 whale watching in sydney is one of most interesting attractions during winter season. Whale watching nsw whale watching season, activities. It is not the most tourist season in sydney, but you should try whale watching if you are visiting the city during this period. Pricing valid for travel between may 2020 to november 2020 whale season. Sydney whale watching tour and lunch package experience oz.
Plus, theres even a whalesighting guarantee if you dont see whales on your cruise youre entitled to another cruise in the same whale watching season entirely free. Warriewood, whale beach and mona vale headlands all offer fantastic birds eye views over nearby safe harbours where the whales regularly call in to rest. Whale watching cruise departs darling harbour, sydney. Sydney s best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Jun 15, 2018 the whale watching sydney season 2018 and the humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. I seen more than half of the passenger onboard was.
The whale watching cruise is too much bumpy when sailing and maybe we are in the end of the whale watching season and the sea is not so calm but we still manage to see some whale. Whale watching sydney 2020 all you need to know before you. Here in sydney, there are two whale watching seasons. There are a number of different migration and whale seasons. Whale watching sydney harbour cruises captain cook cruises. Whale watching tours and coastal activities take place at nsw national parks all.
Whale watching australia 2017 sydney, gold coast, hervey. During whalewatching season, youll see these majestic mammals from many headlands in sydney and at destinations from byron bay in the north to eden in the south. Once a major whaling town, eden is now a whalewatching hub. One of the best things about winter and spring is that its whale watching season. The 2019 whale watching season operates approximately 18 may to 30 october. Manly whale watching has been part of the sydney whale watching industry for over 9 years, providing tours and great service for all of sydney, manly and the northern beaches. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this. Whale watching passengers must meet minimum age of 12 years and minimum height requirement of cm. Between may and november, thousands of majestic humpback and southern right whales make their. Sydneys best whale watching cruises with more than 25 years of experience. Frequently asked questions go whale watching sydney. But whale watching season differs throughout the country and so do the kinds of whales youll see.
Whale watching in sydney more than 45 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises can be found in waters surrounding australia. Wild about whales is a celebration of whales along the nsw coastline. Whale watching sydney season sydney harbour boat hire get. Whale watching in australia has grown tremendously over the last decade. Experience the majestic whales close up when a large number of humpback and southern right whales start their migration north along the australian coastline, from antarctica, to their breeding grounds in queensland. From may to july, humpback and southern right whales migrate from the antarctic to warmer northern waters to breed. Available for android and ios, download the wild about whales app and log. You can go whale watching all winter and spring may november in sydney. Dec 10, 2019 while we had a nice cruise through sydney harbor and on the open ocean, we didnt see any whales on our trip. Oct 01, 2015 the whale watching season in sydney is quite long maynovember, but it is not always very busy here is a chart with weekly humpback whale sightings in sydney between 2010 and 2012. Best custom built, fast and spacious vessels to give you the best day possible out at sea. Sydney ferries services to darling harbour depart circular quay wharf 5 every half hour.
Merry christmas from everyone at whale watching sydney. On this whale watching cruise youll spend around two hours and 45 minutes out on the water, enjoying an unbeatable view of sydneys iconic landmarks and the migrating humpback whales. North head in sydney harbour national park, which also has free parking. Equipped with state of the art technology, comfortable indooroutdoor seating and viewing decks over 3 levels. Nsw whale watching season wild about whales nsw national. About whales whale watching season info whale watching. May 30, 2019 there are two distinct whale watching seasons in sydney.
Forget boring old whale watching cruises, ocean extreme offers the most exciting and most personal whale watching experience in sydney. Download the wild about whales app so you can follow the whales progress during the migration, and report any you see. We believe our pricing to be equal to many other whale watching cruises on the sydney harbour. Weve been walking sydney s coastline for years, so here are our tips on how to take advantage of nature to get the best out of your whale. The migrating population is named the group 5 southern hemisphere humpback whale population or the australian east coast humpbacks. If no whales are sighted during the last few weeks of the whale watching season a voucher will be issued for the following whale watching season. As a little christmas present you can book your whale watching cruise for next season already and. At go whale watching by whale sighting we mean that we successfully approach one whale and view this whale at least three times. The first day of winter today marks the official start of the whale watching season around sydney and the new south wales east coast. Your comprehensive guide to sydney harbour whale watching and all about whales. The distance from the coast of the whales is believed to be. Learn about the areas rich history at the eden killer whale museum and dont miss the annual eden whale festival in november. Jul 09, 2018 324 got invited on a whale watching cruise in sydney by fantasea.
Weeks days until the next whale season check back soon for more whale news whale watching check out our pick of the best whale watching vantage points, tours and accommodation in nsw. Japan continues to lobby the international whaling council to reintroduce commercial whaling. Whale watching season has commenced and from now until december thousands of humpback whales will pass the coastal shores of sydney in the biggest mass migration in the world. Whale watching is mostly a recreational activity cf. Best whale watching in sydney with kids the kid bucket list. The lure of the big friendly giants of the sea is a temptation everyone should subject themselves to. Great whale watching opportunities mixed with the added bonus of being in one of australias best holiday destinations. Whale watchers enjoyed great views from balmoral and the manly scenic walkway in sydney harbour national park at dobroyd head.
Discovery cruise 3hr our premium three hour discovery cruise provides the ultimate whale watching experience on the best boat in sydney. Its amazing to get out on the water on a whale watching tour and see. In nsw, its common to see humpback whales, southern right whales and dolphins, but you may also spot orcas, blue whales, minke whales and sperm whales. The season is split into two distinct sections depending on the direction of travel of the majority of whales at that time.
Apr 18, 2019 whale watching season in sydney is a great reason to get on the winter woollies and head to the coast. The whale watching cruise crew is awesome and give us very good service. A variety of species of whale can be found in the waters around australias coast and during whale watching season there are plenty of opportunities to see these majestic marine mammals up close. Whale watching sydney season sydney harbour boat hire. Afternoon cruises operate daily, while morning cruises depart on weekends only. Also, see other marine wildlife such as dolphins, albatross, seals and the beautiful coastline of sydney. Success rate is 98% and all cruises are guaranteed to see whales.
In the average year, midjune tomidjuly is thepeak time to spot whales here in sydney. During the whale watching tour, youll get to feast on a tasty buffetstyle bbq lunch to help fill your stomach and recharge your batteries for the rest of the cruise. There are numerous vantage points all along the coastline but weve chosen the six best, most easily accessible and dramatic places to watch whales in sydney. May 03, 2017 high whale numbers nearly 12,000 per year which pass by the region and an extended whale watching season on the nsw midcoast combine to offer plenty of chances for visitors to embark on whale watching tours too, with whale watching trips typically departing from the nearby launch point of nelson bay around a 10 minute drive away from port. Sydneys whalewatching season typically runs from may into december, when thousands of whales migrate through the area.
Manly whale watching is able to book tours from a range of providers in order to offer you the widest variety of vessels. Everyone should go whale watching in sydney at least once in their lives. Any boat prides itself on being able to provide you with the biggest selection of whale watching sydney tours available. The sea is not calm and bumpy in the end of the whale watching season. The best whale watching in sydney where you are more likely to spot whales from the shore is during winter when as many as 20,000 of them migrate along the new south wales coastline.
The long whale season in australia between may and november no doubt contributes to its growing popularity. Jul 19, 2012 one of the best things about winter and spring is that its whale watching season. An interesting time of the season with whales going both directions. We received a voucher for a return visit in the 2016 season all 3 weeks thats left, but the voucher is nontransferable despite the lady at the kiosk on the wharf saying it would be fine to transfer it to friends who live here in sydney. Whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km.
Whale watching is a popular pastime in sydney in the winter and spring. Every year, whales migrate along the nsw coastline. During the first, humpback whales are heading north towards warmer waters to mate and give birth typically from may to august, then in. Whale watching season runs from mid may through to mid november. Whales often cruise close to shore, so they are easy to spot, and have even been known to pop up inside sydney harbour. The whale watching season in sydney is quite long maynovember, but it is not always very busy here is a chart with weekly humpback whale sightings in sydney between 2010 and 2012. The best way to experience these magnificent mammals and view famous sydney landmarks is from onboard a whale watching sydney cruise. Manly whale watching has been part of the sydney whale watching industry for over 10 years, providing tours and great service for all of sydney, manly and the northern beaches. The warmest times to go will be during the beginning and end of the season, as theyre not in the deepest part of winter, but a sunny day in winter.
Best fleet of purpose built, comfortable and fast whale watching boats. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters. During whalewatching season, youll see these majestic mammals from many headlands in sydney and at destinations from byron bay in the north to eden in the south more than 50 per cent of the planets species of cetaceans whales, dolphins and porpoises. Our cruises depart from king street wharf 7, darling harbour, sydney. Long reef on sydney s northern beaches has a viewing platform, and nearby is a swimming beach, barbeques and toilets. They swim close to the coastline around sydney providing memorable whale spotting opportunities. The most commonly sighted whales are humpbackssome 20,000 of them traverse australias eastern coastline during their annual migration. The humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. The ultimate guide to whale watching in sydneys waters this winter. There are two distinct whale watching seasons in sydney.
Departing circular quay, you will first be taken across the harbour to pick up more passengers from manly wharf. Whale watching season sydney best time for whale watching. Watch majestic whales in sydney and nsw whales migrate in their thousands along the nsw coast, which stretches more than 2,000 km. And theres almost no better place to watch these magnificent creatures than in sydney. For more info about whales in sydney download the about whales whale. Departure is from circular quay or darling harbour and there are morning and afternoon sessions. Whale watching is a popular activity in sydney, so to receive the best rates on a whalespotting cruise try looking on the outskirts of the season, meaning early april and late november. A study prepared for international fund for animal welfare in 2009 estimated that million people went whale watching globally in 2008.
Get the latest sightings, learn whale facts and plan your next coastal adventure. On the way back in the captain spotted a solo whale. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website. During the first, humpback whales are heading north towards warmer waters to mate and. Whale watching season in sydney is incredible, and its something you need to see for yourself. Normally, you go whale watching between may and novemberdecember, in order to have a higher chance of seeing them. The wild about whales website and app lists all the best viewing locations. We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time on our whale watching cruise. You can also spot minke whales, orcas, pilot whales, and southern right whales, as well as common and bottlenose dolphins around sydney, and if youre visiting later in the season you might even see some whale calves swimming and playing alongside their.
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